Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
3ITL201Logistics Management3+0+03624.04.2026

 
Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program International Trade and Logistics (English)
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course This course aims to teach the concepts related to logistics management.
Course Content The basic concepts and stages of the logistics management process and their relationships with the supply chain will be examined in detail. Theoretical knowledge on the subject will be created, and various application examples will support the theoretical information.
Course Methods and Techniques 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 3. Problem Solving, 4. Case Study, 5. Project-Based Learning, 6. Collaborative Learning, 7. Individual Study, 8. Question and Answer, 9. Experiential Learning, 10. Brainstorming
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Asist Prof.Dr. M. Ali AYTAÇ ali.aytac@gedik.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Langley, C. John, Robert A Novak, Brian J. Gibson and John J. Coyle (2020) Supply Chain Management A Logistics Perspective (Cengage)
Mangan, John and Chandra Lalwani (2016) Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Wiley ).
Course Notes Mangan, John and Chandra Lalwani (2020) Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Wiley ). 4th Edition
Langley, C. John, Robert A Novak, Brian J. Gibson and John J. Coyle (2020) Supply Chain Management A Logistics Perspective (Cengage)
Documents Ders Sunumları

Course Category
Mathematics and Basic Sciences %10
Engineering %10
Social Sciences %40
Field %40

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 20
Assignment 2 % 10
Attendance 1 % 5
Project 1 % 15
Final examination 1 % 50
Total
6
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 13 3 39
Assignments 2 10 20
Presentation 1 20 20
Mid-terms 1 12 12
Final examination 1 20 20
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 6 153

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Students will be able to define the role of logistics in supply chain management.
2 Students will be able to analyze channel structure in distribution.
3 Students will be able to create a logistic substructure that makes product flow continual among channel members
4 Students will be able to plan and manage logistic activities while developing distribution policies.
5 Students will be able to define logistics-related terms.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Introduction Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Mangan and Lalwani (2020): 1-33. Lecture Presantation
2 Supply Chain Management Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Langley et al. (2020): 51-91. Lecture Presentation
3 Logistics Management Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Mangan and Lalwani (2020): 34-56. Lecture Presentation
4 Procurement and Supply Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Mangan and Lalwani (2020): 142-161. Lecture Presentation
5 Demand Management Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Langley et al (2020): 205-231. Lecture Presentation
6 Inventory Management Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Mangan and Lalwani (2020): 167-188. Lecture Presentation
7 Preparation for Mid-Term Exam Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 3. Problem Solving, 6. Collaborative Learning, 8. Q&A Review of the topics covered up to this week
8 Facility Layout Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 3. Problem Solving, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Murphy and Knemener (2020): Ch 9 Lecture Presentation
9 Storage Management Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Murphy and Knemener (2020): Ch 10 Lecture Presentation
10 Material Management Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 7. Individual Study 8. Q&A The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Langley et al (2020): 287-367. Lecture Presentation
11 Outsourcing Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Langley et al (2020): 413-471. Lecture Presentation
12 Transportation Management Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Murphy and Knemener (2020): Ch 13 Lecture Presentation
13 Preparation for Final Exam Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 9. Experiential Learning 10. Brainstorming With the guest speaker Review of the topics covered from the midterm until this week
14 Student Presentations Method used: 4. Case Study, 5. Project-Based Learning 6. Collaborative Learning Student Presentations

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10
All 5 5 5 1 2 1 1 1 3 4
C1 5 5 5 1 2 1 1 1 3 4
C2 5 5 5 1 2 1 1 1 3 4
C3 5 5 5 1 2 1 1 1 3 4
C4 5 5 5 1 2 1 1 1 3 4
C5 5 5 5 1 2 1 1 1 3 4

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